A lot of teams are desperate for the next Kante.
City's midfield has disintegrated over the last couple of seasons thanks to injuries, poor signings and players ageing out. They are paying £50m over market value for Anderson because they've run out of ideas. And overpaying for him won't stop them from paying £180m for the next Rodri if the opportunity arises.
I do like Anderson though. Good physical profile and has the tenaciousness of a beagle.